Specifications include, but are not limited to: NMHU is interested in contracting with an independent public accountant (IPA) for auditing services for the 2023 fiscal year. The IPA is expected to provide a comprehensive audit report on a timely basis, using senior audit personnel and staff that is readily available to respond to questions within the scope of the services. IPA will provide a clear description of hourly charges, if any, for services outside of the scope of the audit. The Contract shall be signed on a yearly basis subsequent to authorization by the State Auditor with options to renew upon mutual agreement made in writing. The successful offeror must be approved to perform audit services by the State of New Mexico Office of the State Auditor and must follow all applicable rule and regulations concerning the performance and execution of audits conducted within the State of New Mexico. The audit will include an audit of New Mexico Highlands University and its various components including NMHU Foundation and NMHU Stable Isotopes.